A Sickening 16 Years Of Frights!

2017 Phantom Fright Nights have ended. Please check later 2018 for schedule and information on our 17th year of fright.

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NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 13

As the leaves turn and the days shorten, a darkness begins to fall over Kennywood. The forces that power one of the world’s fiercest coasters, The Phantom’s Revenge, grow stronger. As Halloween nears, he cannot be denied: Phantom Fright Nights returns to Kennywood

Please note: Outside costumes, theatrical make-up, and masks are NOT permitted to be worn into the park during Phantom Fright Nights!!! No outside food or beverages are permitted. Heavy fog and strobe effects are in use throughout the park during Phantom Fright Nights.

Haunt Line Up

All Haunts, Rides and Attractions availability are subject to change without notice

NEW FOR 2017: Raina’s Trap
An escape room joins the Fright Nights fray! Located within Voodoo Bayou, GrandMère Raina invites groups of guests into her home for a test of wits! Can you solve the puzzles and make it out in time, or will you be fed to Raina’s hungry family? Success earns each member of your group a front of the line Haunt Pass, while failure means…you don’t want to know what failure means!
Kennywood location: Voodoo Bayou (Raging Rapids) Cost: $7 per person

Friday the 13th 4-D
Terror goes to a new dimension in Friday the 13th™ 4-D! JASON VOORHEES™ attacks anyone who enters the grounds of CAMP CRYSTAL LAKE and with every twist and turn, heightened by hair-raising 3-D and startling special effects, this creepy 4-D experience delivers heart-stopping action. VIEW TRAILERWarning: Friday the 13th™ 4-D contains graphic, violent content and is not recommended for those under the age of 13

Haunted Ark
There’s more than just animals inside Noah’s Ark. But what? Find out what the Phantom has in store soon… Kennywood location: Noah’s Ark

Biofear Welcome to Biofear, our top secret government genetics research facility. In a stroke of bad luck, just as you prepare to embark on an exclusive tour of this facility, there is a horrible accident. The entire facility has been put on lock down. Is there enough time for you to escape the facility before the rabid mutants and the infected scientists get the best of you? Kennywood location: Pavilion 23 (near Log Jammer)

Mortem Manor
Mortem’s Manor, Kennywood’s longest running haunted attraction returns in 2015 for its 14th season. From the moment you enter the Mortem Family estate and are greeted by Dmitri, the family patriarch, to the moment of your exit, you will encounter all that once lived in this giant mansion. They won’t be happy either and will make every attempt to make you a part of the Mortem family…forever!Kennywood location: Parkside Cafe

Villa of the Vampire
Many years ago, an old and powerful vampire only known as “The Master” came to Kennywood and brought with him his Villa. Brick by brick it was built to house all his children of the night. Over the years, the Master has opened up his Villa to many guests. Some of these guests joined him building the vampire pack stronger, while the rest have served to feed this bloodthirsty group. Will you be the Master’s next snack?Kennywood location: Penny Arcade

Voodoo Bayou
As you set off on your boating excursion through the bayou, you’re just not entering any typical swampland. You’re entering a world filled with swamp creatures and voodoo priestesses who conjure up the dead to prey on the living. Whatever you may fear, those who possess the power of voodoo will be sure those fears are unleashed to find you inside the Voodoo Bayou.
Haunt opens at Dusk.Kennywood location: Raging Rapids

Dark Shadows
The Shadows are everywhere and I mean everywhere. As your make your way through the darkness of Dark Shadows you will encounter the shadows of the night. The shadows will play games with your mind and will lurk around every twist and turn. Don’t let these shadows get the best of you.
Haunt opens at Dusk.Kennywood location:Pavilions 15 – 16 (behind Kiddieland)

Fear Fest Step right up and enter our Festival of Fear. The finest, most demented clowns in the world will be sure to entertain you as you walk through this fun-filled festival. Our clowns just want to have some fun at your expense.Kennywood location:Kangaroo

Gory Park
A modern day zombie apocalypse has taken over this cityscape park. At Gory Park, everyday park goers and public works employees have been turned into rabid zombies looking for their next victim. They will welcome you into their domain with only one thing on their minds…eating your brain!Kennywood location:Lost Kennywood

Death Valley Go back in time with a trip to Death Valley. Hop on board the ghost train for your chance to mine for gold, or stop in town and visit some of the original inhabitants. They may have died a century ago, but their spirits never stopped guarding their town—for eternity!Kennywood location: Ghostwood Estates

Kennywood Cemetery
Welcome to the most hallowed grounds in Kennywood Park. At the Kennywood cemetery lies the remains of some of the most legendary figures of Kennywood’s past. As you walk through this peaceful park treasure be aware that during the month of October these figures awake from their slumber to walk again and they don’t like unwelcome visitors.
Haunt opens at Dusk.Kennywood location: Near Dancing Waters

All Haunts, Rides and Attractions availability are subject to change without notice

RIP Tours

Want to experience as much chaos and calamity as you can during Phantom Fright Nights? Sign up for one of our RIP Tours! These tours allow you to bypass lines for our haunted houses, roller coasters, and other thrill rides! RIP Tours go on sale in September, so be sure to check back later in the year for more information!

Limited availability on all RIP Tour Passes.

The Seven Deadly Haunts Pass
Only the bravest can face all seven of the haunted houses at Phantom Fright Nights. This pass grants its holder front-of-the-line access to each haunt once. Pass can be used at any time on date designated on voucher. Cost: $20. Available online (must be purchased 48 hours in advance) and in-park.

Unlimited Haunts Pass
Ah, you’re a glutton for punishment! Purchase the Unlimited Fear Pass to get unlimited access to each and every one of the Phantom Fright Nights haunts. Pass can be used at any time on date designated on voucher. Cost: $40. Available online (must be purchased 48 hours in advance) and in-park.

Scream Coaster Pass
If you can’t wait to start screaming, this is the pass for you. Get front-of-the-line access for one ride on each Kennywood coaster. Pass can be used at any time on date designated on voucher. Cost: $20. Available online (must be purchased 48 hours in advance) and in-park.

Unlimited Screams Pass
Don’t want to stop screaming? Purchase the Unlimited Screams Pass to get unlimited access to each and every one of Kennywood’s roller coasters. Pass can be used at any time on date designated on voucher. Cost: $40. Available online (must be purchased 48 hours in advance) and in-park.

Flights of Fright Pass
This pass puts you at the front of the line for three of Phantom Fright Nights’ most fearsome attractions: Black Widow, Swing Shot and Aero 360. May be used once per ride. Pass can be used at any time on date designated on voucher. Cost: $15. Available online (must be purchased 48 hours in advance) and in-park.

Total Terror Pass
Only the boldest will buy the Total Terror Pass, which gives you unlimited access to all seven PFN haunts, all six roller coasters, and the Black Widow, Swing Shot and Aero 360. Cost: $70. Available online (must be purchased 48 hours in advance) and in-park.

Phantom Fright Nights FAQ

1. How do I buy tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online, at Giant Eagle, or at the Front Gate. Phantom Fright Night tickets go on sale in September.

2. When are you open? Fridays and Saturdays from September 29 – October 28 from 6 p.m. – 12 a.m., plus Sundays October 8 & 29 from 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.Click here for calendar.

3. What is an RIP ticket/tour?An RIP ticket offers you front of the line access to a specific haunt or group of haunts on the night of purchase. Each haunt has a special RIP line, please enter and present your pass to the haunt grouping attendant.

4. Are the Haunts opened in the rain?As long as the park is open, the indoor haunted attractions will stay opened in the rain. However, when conditions warrant our outside attractions may have to temporarily close until the weather improves.

5. Do you sell souvenirs?Yes! Souvenirs can be found in a number of gift shops and kiosks located throughout the park.

6. Where can I find an ATM? ATMs are located at the park entrance and at the Kandy Kaleidoscope store located near the tunnel and Sky Rocket.

7. Are the monsters allowed to touch you?The actors will not touch you at Kennywood; however, they do get very close. Occasionally you may end up brushing up against their costumes or props.

8. Are there any age restrictions?Kennywood’s Phantom Fright Nights are not recommended for children under 13. If you or someone in your group become too scared to continue, there are many emergency exits throughout each attraction. Please stop an actor and let them know and you will be directed to the exit.

9 Are the haunts at Kennywood accessible to Guests with Disabilities? Yes they are, but please stop by our Rider Safety Center so they can answer your questions and give you more specific information.

10. Is there fog in the haunted houses?Yes, we use fog liberally in Phantom Fright Nights. If you find the smoke or odors too intense, there are emergency exits throughout each attraction. Please stop an actor and let them know and you will be directed to the exit.

11. Are there strobe lights? Yes, strobe lights are in operation in some of our haunted attractions.

12. Can we be removed from the park?Yes. We do not allow line jumping, foul language, pushing, vulgar behavior, weapons of any kind, alcohol, or drug use. Upon review by our public safety staff if violating these rules you could be subject to ejection from the park.

13. Do you serve alcoholic beverages?No. Kennywood does not serve alcoholic beverages during Phantom Fright Nights and does not permit them inside the park grounds.

14. Is smoking allowed?Smoking is allowed only at designated places inside the park and is not permitted in open midways and lines.

15. Is flash photography allowed inside of your haunted attractions? No photography of any sort is permitted inside the haunts; however, the roving characters and creatures working out in the midways will quite often pose for pictures.

16. What are we not allowed to bring with us into Phantom Fright Nights?Guests are not allowed to bring outside food and beverages (including alcohol) into Phantom Fright Nights. Guests are also not allowed to bring weapons, flashlights or laser pointers into Phantom Fright Nights or any of the haunted attractions.

17. Can I be an actor for Phantom Fright Nights?Yes! You absolutely can – just head over to our employment page and apply for a haunt actor position or a position in one of our other departments. (It's recommended you apply for a haunt position from the middle of August through September)

18. Can I be a volunteer at Phantom Fright Nights?We are no longer accepting volunteer applications for Phantom Fright Nights 2017.

19. Do you have a lost and found?
We do. You can visit our service center located behind the Haunted Ark (Noah’s Ark) and report your lost item all found items are returned to this location.

Not Recommended for children under 13

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Please note: Outside costumes, theatrical make-up, and masks are NOT permitted to be worn into the park during Phantom Fright Nights!!! No outside food or beverages are permitted. Heavy fog and strobe effects are in use throughout the park during Phantom Fright Nights.